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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 153910049
Report Date: 09/30/2026
Date Signed: 09/30/2026 02:55:15 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME:CONTRERAS, BERTHA FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
153910049
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		CONTRERAS, BERTHAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(323) 621-1398
CITY:BAKERSFIELDSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93304
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 9DATE:
09/30/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:45 AM
MET WITH:Bertha ContrerasTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
03:10 PM
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On 09/30/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Lady Cabrera conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection and was met by Licensee Bertha Contreras. Also present was licensee’s assistant. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

LPA toured the home inside and outside and a census was taken. LPA reviewed current facility sketch and confirmed that the kitchen, bedroom #1, hallway bathroom and living room are used for providing care and are accessible to children. All other rooms are off-limits and made inaccessible by use of a baby gate and doorknob spinners.

During the tour of the facility, LPA observed one disposable razor blade in the bathroom, located in the tub area, which was accessible to children in care. In the kitchen, LPA observed knives and other sharp items stored in two lower kitchen drawers that were not child-proof, making them accessible to children in care. LPA also observed reptile vitamins with a label stating, “Keep out of reach of children.” In the living room, LPA observed two storage baskets positioned low enough for young children to access items such as sunscreen and fragrance sprays.

Upon inspection of the outdoor area of the home, LPA observed that there is an in ground swimming pool in the backyard which is fenced and made inaccessible. The pool gate is self-latching, self-closing and opens away from the swimming pool. No doors have direct access to the pool area.

LPA verified that the pool gates are a minimum height of 60 inches, self-closing with a self-latching, key lockable devices placed at least 60 inches above the ground.

LPA observed that the pool gates have a vertical clearance ranging from 2.5 inches to 3 inches from the ground to the bottom of the enclosure. A citation has been issued.

Miguel Herrera
Lady Cabrera
DATE: 09/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/30/2026
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency
California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:
  • Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.
  • Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: CONTRERAS, BERTHA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 153910049

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 09/30/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)
Operation of A Family Child Care Home
(g) The home shall be free from defects or conditions which might endanger a child. Safety precautions shall include but not limited to:

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed a disposable razor blade accessible to children in the bathroom; knives and other sharp items stored in unsecured lower kitchen drawers accessible to children; reptile vitamins labeled “Keep out of reach of children” accessible to children; and two low storage baskets in the living room containing items such as sunscreen and fragrance sprays accessible to children. These conditions pose a potential health, safety, or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 09/30/2026
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The Licensee immediately removed all hazardous items from areas accessible to children, including the disposable razor blade, knives and other sharp items, reptile vitamins, and personal care products stored in low baskets.
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HSC
1596.814(a)(1)(A)(iii)
Pool Safety
(a) A licensed family daycare home operated at a private single-family dwelling with an in-ground swimming pool on the premises shall comply with all of the following requirements: (1) The swimming pool shall be equipped with, at minimum, the following drowning prevention safety features: (A) An enclosure, including, but not limited to, a fence, wall, or other barrier that isolates the swimming pool from access to the family daycare home and has all of the following characteristics: (iii) A maximum vertical clearance of two inches from the ground to the bottom of the enclosure.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed that the pool gates have a vertical clearance ranging from 2.5 inches to 3 inches from the ground to the bottom of the enclosure, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/14/2026
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Licensee will ensure pool gates have a maximum vertical clearance of 2 inches rom the ground to the bottom of the enclosure and will submit proof to the Department by 10/14/2026.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Miguel Herrera
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Lady Cabrera
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/30/2026


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Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: CONTRERAS, BERTHA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 153910049

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 09/30/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.814(a)(3)
Pool Safety
(a) A licensed family daycare home operated at a private single-family dwelling with an in-ground swimming pool on the premises shall comply with all of the following requirements: (3) A licensee shall perform a daily inspection of the drowning prevention safety features and safety equipment before opening the facility and maintain a log of the inspections to be provided to the department upon request.

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Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Licensee does not maintain a daily pool inspection log. The last entry was made in July and does not indicate the year, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/14/2026
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The Licensee is required to conduct a daily inspection of all safety features and equipment before opening the facility and provide the Department with a copy of the completed daily pool inspection log. The Licensee will submit proof of daily inspections by 10/14/2026.
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1597.622(c)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(c) The family day care home shall maintain documentation of the required immunizations or exemptions from immunization, as set forth in this section, in the person's personnel record that is maintained by the family day care home.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Staff 2 does not have measles and tuberculosis records on file, which poses a potential health, safety, or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/14/2026
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The Licensee will obtain and maintain current measles immunization and tuberculosis test records for Staff 2. Documentation will be placed in the staff file and kept available for Department review. Proof of correction will be submitted to the Department by the due date 10/14/2026.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Miguel Herrera
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Lady Cabrera
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/30/2026


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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: CONTRERAS, BERTHA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 153910049

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 09/30/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
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102425(j)(2)(D)
Infant Safe Sleep
Documentation shall be maintained in the infant’s file and be available to the Department for review. Documentation shall include the following:

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The Licensee and Staff 2 have been inconsistent in documenting the infants’ date and time of each 15-minute check for three infants in care, which poses a potential health, safety, or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/14/2026
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The Licensee will ensure that all required 15-minute checks for infants are documented consistently, including the exact date and time of each check. The Licensee will retrain Staff 2 on proper documentation procedures and implement a daily review process to verify that all infant supervision logs are completed accurately. Proof of correction will be submitted to the Department by the due date 10/14/2026.
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Miguel Herrera
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Lady Cabrera
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 09/30/2026


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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: CONTRERAS, BERTHA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 153910049
VISIT DATE: 09/30/2026
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LPA verified that the pool gate have no gaps or voids larger than 4 inches in diameter, and no protrusions or footholds enabling a child to climb over.

LPA verified Pool Alarm is ASTM certified and that the pool alarm functions properly.

LPA verified rescue pool with a body hook (minimum length of 12 feet).

LPA verified Life Ring that meets the minimum requirement of 17 inches diameter and is U.S. Coast Guard approved.

LPA observed that the Licensee does not maintain a daily pool inspection log. The last entry was made in July and does not indicate the year. A citation has been issued. The Licensee is required to conduct a daily inspection of all safety features and equipment before opening the facility and provide the Department with a copy of their completed daily pool inspection log.

There are no firearms or ammunition on the premises. All poisons are kept in a locked storage area. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible.

There is one fireplace in the home located in the inaccessible master bedroom and is made inaccessible by furniture and will not be in use during daycare hours. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort.

This is a single level home and there are no stairs. Safe toys and play equipment are observed. The home has working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number.

Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times and is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles. The outdoor play area in the front yard is fenced and there are no hazards to children present. Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained.

LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with emergency information as required. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 02/06/2026. Licensee’s pediatric CPR/First Aid certification expires on 02/28/2028. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis. Based on records reviewed, Staff 2 does not have measles and tuberculosis records in file. A citation has been issued.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Miguel Herrera
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Lady Cabrera
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/30/2026
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: CONTRERAS, BERTHA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 153910049
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LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to resources such as forms, regulations Provider Information Notices (PINs), and Quarterly Updates. LPA discussed Reporting Requirements as outlined in the regulations (Section 102416.2).

Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

LPA discussed safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Based on records reviewed and interview, the Licensee and Staff 2 have been inconsistent in documenting the infants’ date and time of each 15-minute check for three infants in care. A citation has been issued.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to [email protected]. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Miguel Herrera
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Lady Cabrera
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/30/2026
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: CONTRERAS, BERTHA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 153910049
VISIT DATE: 09/30/2026
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Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee Bertha Contreras. During the exit interview, the licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA verified the RSO profile in FAS.

Per Title 22, Division 12, of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies are being cited on LIC809D. Licensee was provided appeal rights.

This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Miguel Herrera
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Lady Cabrera
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/30/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/30/2026
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